How is Long Grove financed?
One of the Village’s goals, since its incorporation in 1956, is not to levy a real estate tax, nor charge special fees. Vehicle stickers are not required, but are offered as a convenience to residents for a small fee. As a municipal corporation, Long Grove receives funds collected on its behalf from the State of Illinois. A major source of funds is a portion of the sales taxes from purchases made in the Village. Other sources include Illinois income tax, motor fuel tax, Lake County road and bridge fund, building permit fees, commercial licenses, interest on investments and administrative fees.
